4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (Legend first type) 1690 front 4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (Legend first type) 1690 back
4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (Legend first type) 1690 photo
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4 Mark Dansk - Christian V Legend first type

1690 year
Silver (.671) 22.4 g 38.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1690
Value
1 Krone (⅔)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.671)
Weight
22.4 g
Diameter
38.8 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#145952
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Crowned bigger coat of arms of Denmark and its territories is adorned by pendant of the Order of Elephant. The date and value are divided at sides (near top of the arms), while the mintmark is at bottom divides by the pendant. King's motto are at both sides, around the rim readable clockwise from upper right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PIETATE ET | IUSTITIA
4 M
16 90
C W

Translation: With Piety and Justice

Comment

Schou 7 - Single big flower below monogram - On reverse the date is divided along the same line of the horizontal bar of cross inside the arms
Schou 8 - Single big flower below monogram - On reverse date and value are divided above the horizontal bar of cross inside the arms
Schou 9 - Single big flower below monogram - On reverse the date is divided below the horizontal bar of cross inside the arms, while the value is above.
Schou 10 - Two crossed flowers below monogram - On reverse the date is divided below the horizontal bar of cross inside the arms, while the value is above.

Interesting fact

The 4 Mark Dansk coin from Denmark, minted in 1690 during the reign of Christian V, features a unique design element - a small heart-shaped ornament located above the king's crown. This tiny detail was added to the coin's design to symbolize the king's love and devotion to his people.